CWCS Inclusion Support Educator (Fulltime or Job Share - fixed term)Parkes Shire Council has an opportunity to join our Central West Childcare Services team as the Inclusion Support Educator.
The role will be full-time or can be a job-share arrangement for a twelve month period working a combined 5 days per week during the school term.
As the Inclusion Support Educator you will assess and support Central West Childcare Services in the care for children with designated/diagnosed supported needs.
This role will see you providing practical support for learning and other inclusion support activities, helping the children develop their academic, social and emotional skills, in line with the child's individual learning outcomes.
You will also engage with Allied Health services to assist with these outcomes.
Further information on the role and accountabilities are contained in the Inclusion Support Educator Position Description.
Remuneration and BenefitsThe appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment.
The role has been evaluated as being within Grade 9 of Council's salary structure, and offers a starting salary for a five day working week of $63,235 per annum (or $33 per hour) and ranges up to $75,265 per annum (or $38 per hour).
In addition, 11.5% superannuation will be paid into a complying fund of your choice.
The starting salary, within the grade, will be determined upon the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate/s.
Benefits of working at Council include:
Four weeks annual leave per year to be taken during school holidaysHealth and Wellbeing Initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellbeing days available per yearRelocation assistance availableTraining and professional development opportunitiesAbout YouThe successful applicant will require excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills to provide a high level of service to Council's customers while ensuring appropriate levels of confidentiality and discretion to uphold Council's values and policies.
You will need to have flexibility and willingness to attend meetings and events outside of business hours.
To be successful in this position you will need to have:
Vocational qualification/s in Children's Services or related discipline.Demonstrated experience in early childhood educationSound knowledge of child development and current practices in childcareSound knowledge of Education and Care Services National RegulationSound knowledge of the National Quality FrameworksDemonstrated written and oral communication skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skillsFirst Aid CertificateCPR CertificateCurrent and maintained NSW Drivers LicenceCurrent and maintained National Police History CheckCurrent and maintained Working with Children CheckIt will be highly desirable if you possess any of the following:
Experience in a similar inclusion support roleKnowledge of Harmony softwareKnowledge of Electronic Records systemsChild protection certificateAbout Parkes Shire CouncilParkes Shire Council is a progressive and innovative organisation that embraces new ideas and has adopted a philosophy of continuous improvement.
Council is committed to delivering progress and value to our community through living our corporate values of Community, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, Safety and Teamwork.
Council has been acknowledged for Excellence in Local Government as the winner of the prestigious AR Bluett Memorial Award in 2016 which recognises the most progressive rural council in the state, based on all council operations and services.
Council values our position as a progressive, cohesive and well respected employer of choice.
We are proud of our corporate values which guide the work we do, the choices we make and how we interact with each other and the community.
For our employees we provide career development and succession planning opportunities across a large range of trades and professions.
Council embraces a LEAN philosophy across its operations in an effort to maximize the value and service we deliver to our community with a commitment to best practice work health and safety for our staff and stakeholders.
In our quest for improvement, Council has achieved formal accreditation under ISO45001:2018 framework for our Work Health and Safety Management System.
This highly regarded accreditation recognises the dedication and commitment from Council staff to ensure safety management systems are robust and efficient and more importantly that a safe workplace is provided for our staff, contractors, visitors and volunteers.
How to ApplyBefore you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position.
You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below.
You will also be asked to attach your current Resume which should include two recent employment related referees.
Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume.
A cover letter is not required.
Council will only accept applications submitted online.
Parkes Shire Council operates a merit-based recruitment process and proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.
Interview ProcessApplications will be shortlisted as they are received.
You will be contacted by phone if you have been selected for an interview.
You will be required to bring with you a copy of all relevant certificates and qualifications.
The interview panel will consist of a panel of three.
If you have not been selected for an interview you will be advised by email.
Pre-employment ScreeningIn the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following an interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process:
A pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense), including a hearing and drug and alcohol testPlease include two work related referees in your resume for reference checking purposes - please ensure your referee details are currentUndertake any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the roleCouncil may also check authenticity of certificates and qualificationsProvide the applicable Working with Children Check number as the role may involve working with work experience studentsProvide the applicable Police History Check number as the role may have privileged access to systems and dataWorking with Children CheckTo create a child safe environment, all Council employees will require a Working with Children Check number.
Applicants need to possess or express a willingness to apply for a Working with Children Check.
More information can be found at www.newcheck.kids.nsw.gov.au.
Other Important DetailsFor a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, contact Central West Childcare Services Coordinator, Ann-Marie Winter on (02) 6862 3111.
Closing Date: 11.00pm AEST on Sunday, 19 January 2025 PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application!
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